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Old 08-12-2015 | 02:20 PM
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Default 500 bulldogs. (500 carb mercs) Advantages of headers?

Was vaguely throwing the idea around if some headers came my way of putting them on. Curious what the advantages would be if any. I know performance wise there would be not much of a difference. Sound? Reliability vs. manifolds, etc. Thank you
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Old 08-12-2015 | 02:53 PM
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Save your Money. Unless you want more Bling.
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Old 08-12-2015 | 02:55 PM
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No advantage over the Gils except for easier access to spark plugs and they look nicer.
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They're dumbed down by the camshaft they have in them, spend the money on a cam and Carb swap.

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Old 08-12-2015 | 11:20 PM
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Good motors. The most blower ready stock boat motors most common men will ever see. Dont forget the spacers.
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Old 08-13-2015 | 08:02 AM
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Bling. That's about it
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